1979 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
